Baby boom at Fota Wildlife Park this summer.
Fota Wildlife Park is delighted to announce the birth of three meerkat pups (Suricata suricatta) to mother Biggy and dad, Snaggles, who are the dominant breeding pair within the clan.
On May 13th, one baby meerkat was spotted in the habitat with their mother, and by the next day, two more had emerged, closely guarded by their protective family. The other members of the mob, including dad Snaggles, care for the young and are known to collectively feed, protect and groom the new pups.
With these new arrivals, the Meerkat mob now stands at 16 strong.
Fota Wildlife Park is also thrilled to welcome two female European bison calves (Bison bonasus), born just a week apart on April 15th and 21st. The calves were both fathered by the bull Bomer who came from Borås Djurpark in Sweden in February 2024. These are his first two offspring.
The calves are already best friends, who can be seen playing, snoozing, and soaking up the sunshine together. Their mums are both healthy and very protective.
The European bison, the largest mammal in Europe, was once extinct in the wild; however, collaborative efforts by many zoos and wildlife parks, including Fota Wildlife Park, which contributed members from its own herd, have helped reintroduce the species to the wild in parts of Europe and, more recently, the UK.
Also, a reminder that the spectacular Panoramic Wheel runs until the 8th of June. Be sure to take in the incredible views of the wildlife habitats and daily conservation efforts over the Park before it's gone!
Book your entry tickets today at www.fotawildlife.ie.
